CYP Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Vacancy Overview

Part‑time (6 sessions) Consultant Psychiatrist – 0‑18 CAMHS Team at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, based at Mill Street Centre, Crewe, Central Cheshire.
Role will work with a 0.6 WTE consultant and two full‑time Specialty Doctors. Shortlisting starts 12/02/2026; interviews 02/03/2026.

• Manage, appraise and supervise junior medical staff in line with Trust policy, including competency assessment under the Modernising Medical Careers framework.
• Perform administrative duties associated with patient care.
• Record clinical activity accurately and submit to the Information Department.
• Participate in service and business planning at local and whole mental health service level.
• Take part in annual consultant appraisal.
• Attend academic programme and CPD seminars.
• Maintain professional registration (GMC) and Mental Health Act 12(2) approval, following conduct codes.
• Engage annually in job‑plan review with clinical manager and other managers to develop the post in line with service modernisation.
• Collaborate with managers and colleagues to ensure efficient service operation and contribute to medical management.

Recruitment will commence on a fixed start date each month under the Prepare to Care induction programme. New entrants commence at the minimum salary for the grade. A DBS check is required; applicants pay the fee which is deducted from salary following appointment.

Trust is a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware and holds the Armed Forces Covenant Award. All candidates should review the Trust’s Values. Applicants with disability as per the Equality Act 2010 may request consideration under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

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